California Penal Code 1138.5 – Except for good cause shown, the judge in his of her discretion need …
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Except for good cause shown, the judge in his of her discretion need not be present in the court while testimony previously received in evidence is read to the jury.
(Added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 88, Sec. 2. Effective July 2, 1987.)
Terms Used In California Penal Code 1138.5
- Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.
- Testimony: Evidence presented orally by witnesses during trials or before grand juries.